Transport & Mobility news in Georgetown Pulau Pinang

1. Anak Krakatau eruption: 41 flights from Malaysian airports to Jakarta cancelled

   6 days ago Berita Harian Lapangan Terbang Antarabangsa Kuala Lumpur (KLIA) 2 km

   A total of 41 flights from various Malaysian airports to Jakarta were cancelled today following the temporary closure of Soekarno-Hatta International Airport due to volcanic ash from the Anak Krakatau eruption. Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd said the highest number of cancellations was recorded at KLIA with 30 flights.

2. Indonesian volcano eruption disrupts 59 flights at KLIA, 6,279 passengers affected

   6 days ago China Press KLIA, Selangor 2.5 km

   The eruption of Indonesia's Anak Krakatoa volcano has led to the cancellation of 59 flights at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) Terminals 1 and 2 since yesterday, affecting 6,279 passengers. The airport has activated its crisis management team to assist stranded passengers with accommodation and meals, with 59 passengers still remaining at the airport.